1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1948 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Citroen Xsara (201 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 90 | Xsara |
Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |